Wike vs Fubara: Peter Obi Makes Strong Verdict on Rivers Crisis

• Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, has called for the reversal of the court’s judgment stopping CBN from releasing the Rivers state allocation
• The Federal High Court in Abuja gave the order over the failure of the state government to comply with a court order on the legitimacy of the faction of the state House of Assembly
• Rivers has been experiencing a political crisis since Governor Siminalayi Fubara resumed office and had a rift with his godfather, Nyesom Wike

Peter Obi, the Labour Party leader and 2023 presidential candidate, has spoken out against a recent court ruling that withholds funds from Rivers state, calling it “disturbing” and urging its reversal.

According to Obi, this ruling has far-reaching implications for those who depend on these funds, including pensioners, healthcare workers, teachers, civil servants, and everyday citizens already struggling with severe hardship.

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Obi emphasized that leaders should prioritize the well-being of the less privileged and vulnerable in their decisions and actions. He believes that the court’s decision will only exacerbate the challenges faced by these individuals, potentially pushing them into further distress or even untimely deaths.

Why court stopped Rivers’ allocation

The Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and the office of the Attorney General of the Federation to withhold the Rivers state allocation until the state House of Assembly is properly constituted.

The Rivers state crisis has gained national attention. There has been a long-standing quarrel between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his predecessor, Nyesom Wike. This latest development has sparked concerns about the impact on the state’s economy and the livelihoods of its citizens.

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Obi maintains that his stance is consistent with his focus on issues that directly impact the masses, particularly the suffering of Nigeria’s poor. The former Anambra governor said he has consistently refrained from name-calling and personal disputes, choosing to prioritise everyday Nigerians’ well-being.

See Peter Obi’s tweet here:

Pro-Fubara assembly challenges pro-Wike

Legit.ng earlier reported that the Rivers political crisis has raised new dust as Speaker Victor Oko-Jumbo-led faction of the state assembly kicked against the resolution of the Martin Amaewhule faction.

Martin Amaewhule-led faction barred Governor Siminalayi Fubara from spending public funds on Monday, July 15, over the governor’s failure to present the budget to the house.

However, the Oko-Jumbo-led faction claimed that Amaewhule and 24 others were no longer members of the house, calling on INEC to conduct by-elections to fill their places.

Proofreading by Nkem Ikeke, journalist and copy editor at Legit.ng.

Source: Legit.ng